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Piroe's Four-Goal Masterclass Ignites Leeds’ Premier League Dream
Let me tell you, Leeds United fans were treated to a spectacle that felt more like a dream than a Championship match. On a wet and chilly afternoon at Elland Road, Joel Piroe absolutely exploded into form, scoring four goals in a 6-0 demolition of Stoke City—a performance that manager Daniel Farke summed up perfectly: “It’s a bit like shaking a bottle of ketchup—nothing for ages, and then everything comes out at once.”
Piroe had been in a bit of a drought lately, failing to find the back of the net in his previous nine league appearances. But against Stoke? It was as if someone flipped a switch. He bagged a hat-trick within just 20 minutes and had four by halftime. The energy in the stadium was electric. Every time Leeds surged forward, Stoke's defense looked like it was skating on ice. They just couldn’t cope.
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The goals themselves were a mix of class and instinct. His first was a crisp finish from a delicate flick by Manor Solomon. The second, after a quick move from Jayden Bogle, saw Piroe calmly shift the ball before finishing low and true. The third—boom—he smashed it into the roof of the net after a parried shot from Wilfried Gnonto. And the fourth? A close-range bundle that pushed his tally for the season to 19.
It was the kind of dominant, feel-good performance Leeds needed as they teeter on the edge of Premier League promotion. While celebrations were temporarily paused—pending the result of Sheffield United’s game—no one in Elland Road had any doubts: Leeds are on their way back.
Amidst the headlines, another name stood out—16-year-old Harry Gray, making his debut. Yes, he’s part of the legendary Gray footballing family, but Farke made it clear: the kid earned his spot. It wasn’t a favor or a legacy handout. He was there because he deserved to be.
Even with substitutions later in the game, the pressure didn’t ease off. Bamford came on, Ao Tanaka continued orchestrating the midfield, and Gnonto added a beautiful sixth with a header from a Solomon cross. Every part of the team clicked, and Stoke simply had no answers.
This wasn’t just a win. It was a statement. A signal that Leeds United aren’t just aiming for promotion—they’re charging at it, full speed ahead. And if Piroe keeps this form going, well, let’s just say Premier League defenders should start taking notes now.
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